The ‘Sandwich Gap’ generation lacks estate planning, is least prepared for death, survey suggests
A 2026 survey by Talker Research for Trust & Will found that 56% of American adults lack estate planning documents, despite 73% recognizing their importance. Generation X, described as the 'Sandwich Gap' generation, is the least prepared, with 62% having no estate plans, even as they manage complex financial responsibilities. Barriers to planning include perceived insufficient assets, procrastination, and discomfort with the process.
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Lifestyle The ‘Sandwich Gap’ generation lacks estate planning, is least prepared for death, survey suggests By Rick Maughan, SWNS Published April 29, 2026, 12:26 p.m. ET More than half of American adults (56%) don’t have any estate planning documents — despite 73% saying it’s important. That’s according to a survey of 5,000 people conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Trust & Will. Results showed that, while the majority of adults (73%) say estate planning is important to them, just 26% actually have a will in place. 8 A woman is seen signing a “Last Will and Testament” document. New Africa – stock.adobe.com 8 More than half of American adults (56%) don’t have any estate planning documents — despite 73% saying it’s important.
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